Learning Azure API Management

Description
Azure API Management is a powerful platform that facilitates developers and organizations to create, manage, and secure APIs. This book will guide you through the entire API lifecycle, from designing and developing APIs to publishing, managing, and securing them.

This guide to Azure API Management offers a detailed exploration of the platform, covering everything from basic concepts to advanced features. It teaches you how to create, manage, and secure APIs, including topics like API products, subscriptions, versions, policies, security, and user management. Filled with practical examples and hands-on exercises, it is perfect for developers and IT professionals aiming to build and manage reliable APIs using Azure. The step-by-step instructions and clear explanations make it easy to master Azure API Management and achieve your API development goals.

With a focus on practical application, this guide goes beyond theory, giving you the tools and knowledge you need to tackle real-world challenges. By the end of this book, you will be equipped with the skills to build and manage robust APIs that drive business success, making it an essential resource for anyone working in today's API-driven landscape.

Key Features
Learn the basics of digital infrastructure, including cloud computing, Microsoft Azure, and REST APIs.
Build web APIs from scratch and use Microsoft Azure API Management to deploy and secure them.
Get a practical, example-based guide for understanding the full API development process.

What you will learn
Build and deploy a simple web API in .NET Core and Azure.
Set up an enterprise-grade API ecosystem, scale efficiently, and manage large APIs using the infrastructure and deployment options.
Monitor APIs using the monitoring section's crucial insights about API performance and usage.
Safe updates and transparent API evolution using the versions and revisions feature.
Ensure secure, consistent, and efficient API behavior using policies.

Who this book is for
This book is geared towards Azure developers, DevOps engineers, backend engineers, and anyone interested in building, managing, and securing APIs on the Azure platform. Whether you are a seasoned professional or just starting your journey in API management, this book provides the knowledge and skills you need to succeed.

Table of Contents
1. Introduction to Azure
2. API Overview
3. Introduction to Azure API Management
4. Building My First API
5. APIM in Focus: Navigating the Basics
6. APIs and Products
7. Users, Groups and Subscriptions
8. Versions and Revisions
9. Policies
10. Monitoring
11. Infrastructure and Deployment
12. Security and Automation